The Holocaust marks one of the darkest moments in human history. In and of itself it warrants serious consideration as it demonstrates the capacity that people have to commit truly heinous acts against their fellow man.
But to say this is one thing, to understand this is quite another. We must study this history so as to avoid its re-occurrence. For this to happen we will first examine how propaganda was used to fuel the flames of anti-semetism in Germany and the occupied areas. As well, we need to understand the different perspectives that can be taken when examining the Holocaust. Please consider that some of what you will hear, see and read will be disturbing.
Please, have read in addition to the material below pp. 451-454 of Modern World History
Notes on the Holocaust and Japanese War Crimes:
The Holocaust marks one of the darkest moments in human history. In and of itself it warrants serious consideration as it demonstrates the capacity that people have to commit truly heinous acts against their fellow man.
But to say this is one thing, to understand this is quite another. We must study this history so as to avoid its re-occurrence. For this to happen we will first examine how propaganda was used to fuel the flames of anti-semetism in Germany and the occupied areas. As well, we need to understand the different perspectives that can be taken when examining the Holocaust. Please consider that some of what you will hear, see and read will be disturbing.
Please, have read in addition to the material below pp. 451-454 of Modern World History
Notes on the Holocaust and Japanese War Crimes:
Homework 1:
Children's anti-semitism propaganda:
Adult's anti-semitism propaganda:
Homework 2:
Who is Responsible for the Holocaust?